Mmm, what a gorgeous and unusual color! Despite the deceptively simple shape, it would seem that this Gin Lane hold-all from Jessica Simpson is anything but ordinary.

So, let us start with the color. This rich patent tone is a meeting of lime and olive, creating a sumptuous and earthy shade that is ...

This bag is soft. Very soft. In fact, as is always the case with nappa leather, I feel I could happily curl up and go to sleep in this handbag's folds! Random acts of sleeping aside, this is a luxury purse made from the very classiest materials.

Giuseppe Zanotti knows luxury handbags inside ...

The SAK go all casual and girly with this pretty in pink Blossom tote.

Crochet is becoming cooler and cooler as the make-do-and-mend trend gathers ever more momentum. Making your own clothes is the best thing, but buying things that could have been handmade comes a close second in the fashion stakes. Jumping ...

As a vintage junky, I love Lucite. I have to admit, however, that this Laura Matthews Designs purse uses Lucite to produce a bag unlike any I have seen before!

I think whilst the shape is relatively normal, it is the fabric that makes this stand out. It may be patent leather, but ...

Donald J. Pliner's Banas tote is the very picture of casual cool.

At first glance this slouchy tote is quite an eye catcher. Not because of any big and bold features, but because of the unique and unusual shape. The designer describes it as "contemporary," but I actually feel that the ruched structure ...

The strange shape of this Soap Star tote is made refined by Kathy van Zeeland's great use of neutral soft leather.

That shape was what drew me to this bag in the first place, like a moth to a strangely bright flame. It just struck me as a great combination of function and ...

Gustto go all luxurious with its rich burgundy Frenza bag.

The shape of this huge and spacious tote is quite unique. Sure, the basic tote design is there, but in combination with a small central handle and stylized fold-over closure. The looks combine fashion with function, and I think the balance is made ...

I have to admit to having always thought of suede as a winter warmer: woolly and soft and more than a little bit dull. However, this pretty little disco purse from Lauren Merkin just goes to show that it ain't the material, it is what you do with it that counts!

Here the soft ...

I am afraid it is unavoidable; Christmas is here and as such the time has come to lust over beautiful velvet purses all over again.

My pick of the month is this subtle beauty, the Unique, from relatively unknown designer, Franchi. With a soft and strokable twist on the old rose bud purses, this really ...

Grrr, some things just annoy me. The wildly irritating name of this Moschino Cheap and Chic range is just one thing! Don't get me wrong, the bags are nice, but at $495 this is Chic without the Cheap.

If you ignore the name, however, then what we have with the Moschino Vertigo clutch ...

Diane von Furstenberg's Stephanie hobo has attracted a legion of celebrity fans with its colorful metallic leather finish and slouchy style. Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, and Jessica Biel have all been spotted carrying this shiny piece of arm candy. Thankfully though, it doesn't come with a celebrity price tag.

$875 may still be ...

Am I the only person in the world who never seems to get fed up of beautiful cute bows?

They may be around absolutely everywhere at the moment, but somehow adorable bows have managed to never go out of fashion. At the moment with the eighties vibe still strutting its stuff on the ...

People describe this spacious tote as "ferocious" and I think they are right!

This bag has eighties glamour written all over it, along with a touch of bad taste. Given the 80s trend sweeping the world at the moment, this makes for an incredibly fashionable purse by designers, Rampage.

So, where should I start?

First, the ...

Yes, at first glance this is just yet another metal mesh bag from mesh experts, Whiting & Davis. It is hard to get wildly excited about another clutch that follows the same traditional slouchy metallic shape with a formal frame clasp.

If you ignore the Whiting & David heritage, however, and see this ...

When you're shopping for a decently sized handbag around the $100 mark, finding one made from genuine leather is beginning to be a rarity. There are a few exceptions to that, of course, but brands are mostly sticking to synthetics for that price range.

Though a little disappointing, I suppose it's not entirely ...

I do like a functional clutch. Of course, sometimes it is nice to have something impractical and ridiculous in your grasp, but a useful and attractive purse can make life that little bit easier to manage!

This Latico Cris Cris clutch combines those two elements, looks and practicality, in one largely successful package. With ...

Exotic fabrics are always a great gimmick, and eel skin leather is one of the smoothest softest gimmicks around!

I am a particular fan of this leather, and Jalda produce some of the most luxurious materials around. You pay for that luxury, but if you want something a bit special, that is always going ...

Whilst designer handbags are great, their luxurious materials and pricey tags sometimes aren't exactly what we need. Sometimes, particularly when we want to relax, a cheap and cheerful boho tote is the only thing that will do the job.

Great for flinging with chunky knits, tassels and funky clothes, this patchwork tote will ...

I love the look of this Inge Christopher clutch. Visually, the creamy soft leather falls just right, and the delicate folded origami style is a mix of edgy and gently feminine.

Even better, the design is stronger than it looks, and won't need constant rearranging into the perfect shape, thanks to the deceptively ...

I can never make up my mind about Jimmy Choo handbags. The iconic brand and legendary status make their evening bags exciting, and the materials are luxurious, but sometimes they forget to produce something a little "different."

This bag is a great example. Taken as a generic handbag, the slouchy shape and buckled handle are ...

Origami has been one of the most enjoyable trends sweeping fashion circles this year. From beautifully executed folded dresses through to paper jewellery, this Japanese paper art has hit all aspects of fashion face on. New technology means that origami style doesn't have to be made from paper, as this wonderfully structured ...

Bottega Veneta have kept up their enviably high standards with this surprisingly complex bag in elegant and luxurious nappa leather.

The heavenly softness that nappa leather is famed for is accentuated in this small shoulder bag by the slouchy shape and relaxed foldover clasp. Don't underestimate the shape, however, as the woven design and off-white shading ...

Gustto may not be the name on everyone's lips just yet, but the label's gorgeous accessories have all the right ingredients to turn heads.

The first thing you'll notice on this Sophia is that bold orange leather finish. If you're concerned about the versatility of such a shade, the Sophia may not ...

The name Bonnie means "pretty", which is one adjective that comes to mind when I see this Hobo International shoulder bag with the name. The brand is an excellent choice for simple, classic styles just like this one.

One aspect about the Bonnie that draws my attention is its vintage-like quality of the clasp ...

As with all Santi clutches, this little beaded number stands out from a crowd. Thee is no overall theme in the Santi brand (unless you count individuality), but this slouchy clutch hits tribal and beaded trends right on their pretty little heads.

So what makes this bag worth buying? For me, I adore ...

JJ Winters handbags are a celeb favorite from Paris Hilton to Miley Cyrus. Another famous fan, Vanessa Hudgens, was recently seen carrying this JJ Winters Suede Zip Bag in brown.

This bag has a strong trendy style and you shouldn't expect to carry it with the same aplomb next year. But if ...

A good black leather bag for work is hard to find when you want to combine style, function and affordability. This B. Makowsky Galway Tote could be a good contender.

The slouchy shape, straps and gold hardware give it a modern but conservative look appropriate for the office. It has all the ...

Marni is known for their interesting plays on color and design, and for their quirky interpretations of trends. This Slouchy Shoulder Bag makes good on two out of three of those ideals, but drops the ball, I think, on color. But then again, I've never been a fan of camel.

Frankly, I am ...

As someone who is more than a little tired of seeing huge, super slouchy bags on every shoulder, I have been waiting for someone to update the hobo in a way that excites me. Thank you very much, Marni, for making that happen.

First off, I love the color of this bag. It ...

The woman next to me on a recent flight home from New York had a Foley + Corinna Mid City Tote stuffed under the seat in front of her, and when she fell asleep, I seriously considered snagging it. But, beyond the obvious deviousness of stealing someone's handbag (I would have left ...

Marni's Balloon collection offers several different sizes and colors for the popular slouchy, relaxed handbag style. Want it in terracotta or even fuchsia? You got it. Looking for a more compact version of it? Try the small balloon tote. I have to admit that I'm quite impressed with the variety of bags ...

This Nine West handbag features a slick croc-embossed exterior, a versatile medium size, and it's available in a range of rich fashion-ready colors. I'd say that makes The Great Find tote bag live up to its name!

The crocodile craze has picked up where python prints left off, but this Nine ...

This sexy Union shoulder bag from Big Buddha delivers all the slouchy style of the American West Coast without the Hollywood price tag.

It's made from a slick leather-like fabric, an affordable and convincing substitute for in-demand glossy patents. The supple material gives this purse a relaxed, slouchy appearance which reminds me ...

I will admit I felt butterflies in my stomach when I saw the new Fendi Selleria Pomodorino Satchel for the first time. The reason was mostly a nostalgic one.

I was excited at the prospect that Fendi MIGHT be returning to its former days of glory where chic handbag designs were ...

This bag is so fashionable and so fierce that I almost want to cry. I want this beautiful bag for myself and who could blame me. The Jimmy Choo Lohla-Jayne M Bag has leather that begs to be fondled at length. If the yummy leather isn't enough of a tempter then ...